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Monday, 31 December 2018

Damilola Adegbite Shares Her Biggest Testimony Of 2018 (Photo)


Nollywood actress, Damilola Adegbite has just shared her biggest testimony of 2018 and how God gave her a massive army to fight her battle.

According to her, 'I was fighting a serious battle for over a year. A battle I knew I could never ever have won by power nor by might. So instead, I decided to pray HARD about it. Oh dear, I disturbed God on this matter. I would sing, dance, cry, praise, worship; day and night'.

A whole year passed and nothing happened. But I refused to give up. On the 17th of May (a day before my birthday), I went to a mid-week service. I dragged myself to the church that day. I was overwhelmed. I had no strength left in me. My head kept telling me to give up, but my heart and spirit said NO.

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Davido Surprises Fan With N1m Gift (Video)


Singer, Davido has gifted N1 million to one of his female fans. He decided to give the money to his choice, a female fan identified as Deborah Ezekwe, who he spotted in the crowd as she shouted OBO.

Recall that during his concert that held at Eko Atlantic last week, Davido announced he would be gifting a male fan N1 million. It appears that Davido had a rift with the said fan who called him and a certain ‘Lati’ out on social media for the delay of the promised 1million.

According to Davido, he had noticed the young lady throughout the show, cheering him on. He pointed at her and said N1 million should also be given to her.

On Sunday, December 30th, Deborah received the N1 million. She was given N500, 000 cash and the balance was transferred into her sister’s account.

Two Boys Sell Siblings For N800,000 In Imo State, Says Its Money For WASSCE


Police have arrested a 15-year-old Senior Secondary School pupil, Precious Ehiedo, and two others, Juliet Ogben and Favour Okoh, for allegedly stealing and selling two siblings between the ages of two and seven for N800,000 in Imo State

Two-year-old Chiemerem and seven-year-old Mmesoma Nwoke were stolen on November 13, 2018, by Precious at Umuezeala Ama in the Ehime Mbano Local Government Area of Imo State on the instruction of her parents, this was disclosed by the state Commissioner of Police, Dasuki Galadanchi, who handed over one of the recovered children to their parents at the command’s headquarters in Owerri.

The CP said the teenager had requested money from her parents for the Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination registration, but the parents allegedly told her to steal the children in order to raise the money.

Lagos Representative Member, Abayomi Ayeola Is Dead

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Abayomi Ayeola died at the age of aged 59 on Sunday at St. Nicholas Hospital, Lagos, after battling an undisclosed ailment. His remains have been scheduled for burial on Monday (today) according to Islamic rites. 
The two-term lawmaker had clinched the ticket of the All Progressives Congress to contest for a third term in the 2019 general elections.
The lawmaker was the leader of the Lagos State caucus in the House until his death.
A source in the Lagos caucus, in a chat with our correspondent on Sunday, said, “He died this afternoon at St. Nicholas Hospital. He (allegedly) died of diabetic complications.

Badeh, Alkali’s Murder Meant To Hide Corruption In The Military


A Washington-based group, International Strategic Studies Association, has stated that the death of a former Chief of Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal Alex Badeh, and that of a former Chief of Administration of the Nigerian Army, Maj.-Gen. Idris Alkali, was not a mere coincidence.

Alkali was allegedly killed by a gang of protesting youths along Jos-Bauchi Road on September 3, while Badeh was gunned down along the Abuja-Keffi Road by suspected assassins on December 18.

ISSA, a non-governmental organisation with a worldwide membership of professionals involved in national and international security and strategic policy, stated in a special report on Friday that the two men were killed to hide what it described as the pattern of corruption in the current military leadership in the country.

Woman Kills Her Husband With An Axe Over Christmas Gift (Photos)


A woman is currently at large after hacking her husband to death with an axe during a dispute over Christmas gift.

Homicide detectives in Mutare are looking for the woman from Chikanga in Mutare, Zimbabwe, who disappeared soon after axing her husband to death following a domestic dispute on December 24.

Anesu Mafokosho is alleged to have axed Vitalis Mudhumo, 26, at around 3pm soon after the couple returned home from the city centre where they had gone shopping. The dispute which ended in the death of the husband was sparked by gifts which the couple had bought for their child for Christmas.

Sunday, 30 December 2018

Big Boy Sprays Money On His Mum. Daddy Freeze Says 'mama Check Your Pant'


Nigerian Big Boy Who Just Became A Multi-Millionaire Sprays His Mother Money!!!.. 

Here is a trending video of a young Nigerian man who recently hit jackpot, spraying money on his mother.

The video has generated lots of reactions. Mostly negative reactions from Nigerians who feel the young man may be involved in Yahoo plus ritual or something like that. 

Popular OAP, Daddy Freeze even reacted with this comment:

"Mama check your pant... thank you"

Instagram user, Suffycruz, fired back at Daddy Freeze and wrote:


"@daddyfreeze what rubbish talk is that from a man of your calibre. That’s not right" 

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Pogba Inspires United to Thumping Old Trafford Win with Double and an Assist to Make it 12 Goals in Three Matches Under Solskjaer

Manchester United 4-1 Bournemouth: Paul Pogba is the star of the show hitting a brace
Paul Pogba is enjoying life under interim boss Ole Gunnar Solksjaer. The French midfielder netted two goals for the second straight game as he assumed the role of conductor in a dominant win over Bournemouth at Old Trafford. The first a tap-in. The second a bullet header. Marcus Rashford grabbed a third before Romelu Lukaku came off the bench to latch onto a through ball from Man of the Match Pogba to cap off a fine afternoon at Old Trafford. Nathan Ake robbed Solskjaer of a first clean sheet since taking charge but with three wins from three - and the gap on fifth-placed Arsenal now down to three points - the smiles are back in the red half of Manchester.

Man To Marry Elder Sister Of His Girlfriend Of 5 Years Who Turned Down Proposal


Nigerian man set to marry the elder sister of his ex-girlfriend of 5 years who turned down his proposal.

"Dated a girl for 5 years, proposed to her but she said NO simply because her parents won't allow a non-Igbo marry their daughter

I moved on to ask her elder sister to marry me and I got a big YES!

My ex is now threatening fire and brimstone but we've fixed the dates anyway" He wrote

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Mercy Johnson Celebrates Her Daughter Purity's 6th Birthday

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Mercy Johnson Celebrates Her Daughter Purity's 6th Birthday

Yvonne Nelson calls John Dumelo a fool over ‘side-Chick’ post on IG

Yvonne Nelson calls John Dumelo a fool over ‘side-Chick’ post on IG
Ghanaian actress Yvonne Nelson has insulted John Dumelo over a post the actor shared on social media. Dumelo on Friday took to his Instagram to share a post which depicted how married women in the olden days gave out their husbands to their maids.

The post reads “I miss the married women in the Bible who used to give their maids to their husbands as side-chicks. The current ones don’t read their Bibles. Only jealousy and selfishness nkoaaaaaaa”.

Femi Adebayo And Wife At The Naming Of Their Son (Photo)


Yoruba movie actor, Femi Adebayo Salami and wife recently welcomed their son last week, they were pictured together at their son's naming ceremony.

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Members Kneel Down To Welcome Their Pastor - Photos Go Viral (Video)


Photos of church members kneeling down to welcome their pastor have gone viral. The pastor arrived in a car with his driver. His driver came out, knelt down and opened the door for him. The pastor came out of the car, walked majestically and entered the church while his congregation knelt down even along the road and hailed him.

A Yoruba adage says, may God not allow the foolish turn out wise so that the wise will always have someone to cheat. I believe that is some pastors prayer as well

What an irony of life, they won't dare call fellow humans (Pastors) by their first name, never....but when it comes to Jesus who ironically is the reason for the Pastors, it's easier for to call him first name anyhow with command and zero respect.

Saturday, 29 December 2018

Tragedy! Family's Agony as Mother, 37, is CHARGED with Double Murder of Twin Toddlers Found Dead at Home After She 'Crashed Car into Lorry'

Relatives of 23-month-old twins found dying on Boxing Day speak out over 'terrible

Forensic experts were seen removing pillows wrapped in evidence bags earlier today from the home where two toddlers were found dying

The family of the twins whose mother has been charged with their murder have spoken out about the 'terrible tragedy'.

Samantha Ford will appear in court tomorrow accused of killing her children Jake and Chloe after they died in hospital yesterday.    

The 37-year-old mother allegedly crashed the family's Ford Galaxy into the back of a lorry before she was arrested. 

Lady Took off her Bra In Public, Goes Braless for 15k (photos, video)



According to the viral Video circulating online recently, In an organized event the mc ask,ed for any lady who can remove her bra in public should step for 15k.

This lady in question step out, took off her bra and even hold it up for people to see publicly.
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Popular Actor Odunlade Adekola Show Off His Wife As They Dance Happily Together (Photos+Video)


Popular actor Odunlade Adekola Show off his pretty wife in a new adorable video shared by the actor.

See more photos and video below 

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Actress Dayo Amusa Slams Troll Who Said She Should Lose Weight


Actress Dayo Amusa shared the photo above on her social media space and a troll told her she should try to lose weight.

See her response below;

Wife Drags Cheating Husband By His Joystick After Catching Him In South Africa


A woman has publicly shamed her husband by dragging him by his joystick after catching him cheating another woman.

The furious wife unleashed her wrath on the two after they failed to give answers to her inquiry, lodging an attack on the girlfriend Carol Matanga, before turning to her husband who was already trembling with fear.

Carol, tried to calm the storm by telling the woman that she was not cognizant that the man was married but got a bashing for ‘being stupid.”

“How can you see a grown-up man like this and think he is single? You are lying as you can even see he is clean to show that someone is taking care of him. You are a Prostitute and I will teach you a lesson.” said the wife slapping Carol on the face.

Friday, 28 December 2018

How Airport Cleaner Became A Wealthy Pastor Of Omega Power Ministry (OPM) In Port Harcourt (Photos)

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Founder of Omega Power Ministry (OPM) Worldwide, Apostle Chibuzor Chinyere, has revealed the secret behind his success after working as an airport cleaner, security man and a recharge card vendor.
 
Apostle Chinyere recounted how he started life as a young man about 15 years ago in Lagos, selling mobile phone recharge cards and cleaning toilets at the Murtala Muhammad Airport, Lagos.
 
He told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) that his existence had been destined and guided by God.
 
The 45-year old pastor said the experience of neglect, rejection and poverty changed his perception of life and catapulted him to where he had found himself today.

Nigerian Man Chops Off His Blood Brother’s Hand With Cutlass During A Fight On Christmas Day


Angry man chops off his brother’s hand in self defense, according to media report.

A yet-to-be-named man chopped off the hand of his blood brother during a fight on Christmas Day in Otatubu, Bayelsa state

It was learnt that the victim had picked up a knife to stab his brother who in self-defence had to chop off his hand. However, the perpetrator now became the victim as he ended up losing his hand as his brother got hold of a cutlass and chopped it off.
The cause of their misunderstanding is still unknown.

Kizz Daniel Unfollows Davido On IG

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Following last night's saga, Kizz Daniels has unfollowed Davido on IG. Davido and his gang members were accused of slapping Kizz Daniel's manager, Tumi, during the concert.
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What Led To Davido Slapping Kizz Daniel's Manager At His Concert. Daniel Apologizes

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Kizz Daniel apologises to his manager, Tumi, after Davido slapped him at his concert.

Following his tweet, reporters reached out to him and he narrated what happened saying,

'I was backstage talking to Asa (Davido's manager) because we've been waiting for like twom hours to perform and we actually had other engagements that we cancelled just to come and show Davido love based on the fact that we have a popping song together 'One Ticket' and he's also showed us love too'.

'So I talking to Asa like when are we going on stage and his countenance wasn't really welcoming so I was trying to inform Kizz and my guys and I noticed someone pushing me from behind, and I looked back like 'who go dey push person for GreenRoom (backstage).

'When I looked back, It was Davido and his guys asking 'who be dis one, who be dis one' and they told them, 'na Kizz Daniel manager' before I knew it they poured drink on my face and slapped me.'

Davido Disrespects Kizz Daniel, Slaps His Manager During His Eko Atlantic City Concert In Lagos

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Davido slaps Kizz Daniel’s manager at his concert this night at The Eko Atlantic, a man identified as Peter has alleged. 
Kizz Daniel’s manager Tumi Lawrence had initially taken to his twitter page to call out Davido for his fake love but refused to give details on what brought up the rant.
Tumi Lawrence had written:
Fuck you and your fake love @iam_Davido And to you guys that witnessed it, shame on you @bizzleosikoya @AsaAsika

How We Spent $322m Recovered From Abacha's Family —FG explains

How We Spent $322m Recovered From Abacha Family —FG
The Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media and Publicity, Garba Shehu, has explained how the $322m recovered from late Gen. Sani Abacha’s family is being utilised by the Muhammadu Buhari administration.

Shehu, in a statement obtained by the News Agency of Nigeria in Abuja on Wednesday, said the money was used to make the Conditional Cash Transfer of a monthly amount of N5,000 to more than 300,000 poor homes across the nation under the Social Investment

Buhari Taunts Saraki, Says He Will Rid Kwara Of All Criminals Before 2019 Elections

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President Muhammadu Buhari has expressed his determination to rid Kwara state of all criminals ahead of the forthcoming 2019 general elections in view of the recent unpleasant developments in the state. A statement to Legit.ng quoted Lai Mohammed as saying this on Thursday, December 27, in Offa local government area of the state, during the official commissioning of the ultra-modern mobile police barracks solely built by the community at the cost of N700million and donated to the Nigeria police. 

We gathered that the project was approved by the Inspector General of Police (IGP), Ibrahim Idris, to beef up security within and around the community following the killings of thirty-three persons on April 5, 2018 by a gang of armed robbers in a coordinated attack on some banks in Offa,a development that shook the whole nation. 

Video: Suspected Killer Of Alex Badeh Speaks, Reveals Why Himself And His Gang Killed Him

Video: Suspected killer of Alex Badeh speaks, reveals why himself and his gang killed him






The Nigeria Police Force on Thursday announced it has arrested five suspects for their alleged involvement in the killing of a former Chief of Defence Staff, Air Vice Marshall Alex Badeh.
Speaking at a press brifeing today, the Spokesman of the force, Ag. DCP Jimoh Moshood, who refused to give the names of the suspects, said two out of the five suspects arrested actively participated in the killing while the remaining three suspects acted as accomplices. 
Moshood said the postponement of the parade would help the investigators to arrest fleeing members of the gang.

Lady Strips Off After Getting Herself Drunk At A Bar


This is very serious. A young lady publicly embarrassed herself after reportedly getting drunk at a bar in Enugu state.

The unnamed lady who joined other revellers for an event at the bar to celebrate the festive season – had a little too many and apparently got drunk before she began her public displays.

In a trending video posted online by multiple internet users, the lady can be seen stripping off her clothes and even went ahead to remove her underwear as she was hailed and mocked by others at the bar.

Ronke Odusanya Rocks Her Voluptuous Figure In Sexy Ankara Style


The beautiful, curvaceous and talented Yoruba actress, Ronke Odusanya wows in chic Ankara style.
She rocks her curves in the beautiful sexy Ankara style.

Thursday, 27 December 2018

Billionaire Arthur Eze Buys 2019 Rolls Royce Worth N144m (Photos)

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Nigerian billionaires sure know how to spend their hard earned money. Many of them acquire jets, expensive cars and luxurious mansion to live the life they work hard for. After working so hard in 2018, a Nigerian billionaire businessman has spent his hard earned money on an expensive Christmas gift. 

The billionaire bought himself the latest Rolls Royce in town. The billionaire identified as Arthur Eze is the founder of Atlas Oranto Petroleum. He just acquired a brand new 2019, Rolls Royce.

Lady Accused Of Abandoning Her House Help At A Restaurant Speaks


Yesterday, a report was made about a family that abandoned their house girl at a restaurant. 

In the viral video, the house girl was seated at a corner looking at the family as they were enjoying their Christmas...

A lady assumed to be the wife, has debunked the story and tagged it a piece of fake news. She didn't only tag it fake news, but equally placed a curse on the person that propagated the fake news.. 

Read what she wrote below...

Former President OBJ Visited His 91-Year Old Ex-Teacher


Former President Olusegun Obasanjo, on Monday evening, paid a visit to his 91-year-old former English language teacher and mentor, Mr James Popoola, in Ilaro. A statement by Obasanjo’s media aide, Kehinde Akinyemi, made available to journalists in Abeokuta on Wednesday, said the former President was accompanied on the visit by his classmate and close friend, who is the traditional ruler of Ibara, Oba Jacob Omolade. It was gathered that Pa Popoola taught both Obasanjo and Oba Omolade at the Baptist Boys High School, Abeokuta, in the 1950s. The statement said Obasanjo engaged the former tutor in banters while recalling some old memories. The statement read in part “The trip, which was led by one of the teacher’s children, Akin, from his Abeokuta residence, saw Obasanjo arriving into the waiting arms of Mr and Mrs Popoola at the family house in Ilaro, Yewa South Local Government Area of Ogun State, at around 5pm.

2019 Election: 10 Political Parties Reject Gov. Amosun’s Anointed Candidate, Akinlade


Ten political parties in Ogun state have turned down the reported endorsement of Adekunle Akinlade, the governorship candidate of the Allied Peoples Movement, APM, by the Intra-Party Advisory Council, IPAC, in the state.

The political parties are Better Nigerian People’s Party; Freedom and Justice Party; National Action Congress; National Democratic Liberty Party and Masses Movement of Nigeria.

Others include, All Blending Party; People’s Progressives Party; Advance Congress of Democrats; Democratic People’s Congress and Progressives People’s Alliance.

The spokesman of the aggrieved parties under the aegis of Political Parties’ Chairmen’s Forum, Olusegun Olufemi, told reporters in Abeokuta, the state capital on Wednesday that they were not a party to the said adoption of Akinlade.

SSS Hands Over Aisha Buhari’s Orderly To Police For Alleged N2.5 Billion Fraud


The State Security Service on Wednesday announced the transfer to the police of the orderly attached to Aisha Buhari to the police.

Sani Baba-Inna, a chief superintendent of police, served as aide de camp to the First Lady until he was arrested in September for allegedly using his office and Mrs Buhari’s name for influence peddling to the tune of N2.5 billion.

“He has been handed over to the police for further administrative action,” Peter Afunanya, a spokesperson for the SSS, said in a statement.

The SSS absolved Mrs Buhari from her aide’s alleged fraudulent activities.

E-Money’s Wife Poses With Her Rolls Royce As She Celebrates Christmas


E-money’s wife, Juliet Okonkwo shared cute photos to celebrate Christmas by posing with her Rolls Royce which was gifted by her husband, E-money on a sexy Santa Claus Outfit.

She wrote:

“MAY THE BIRTH OF OUR SAVIOUR JESUS CHRIST BRING US GOOD TIDINGS. MERRY CHRISTMAS ❤���THANK YOU SANTA FOR MY LOVELY GIFT ����

'I Spent The Entire Christmas Day In Bed Alone' – Toke Makinwa Recounts Her Worst Christmas Experience


Christmas is a time of joy and celebration, a time to feel loved by the presence of loved ones, but this is not the care for everyone and the time for good cheer can just be one of the worst moment of one’s life. Media personal Toke Makinwa took to Instagram to share about her most heartbreaking Christmas, where she felt so alone and heartbroken that she broke down and cried a lot but now this Christmas she woke up with a smile and for that she is thankful.

Celebrities Stomp Comedian AY’s New Mansion For His Daughter’s 10th Birthday Party (Photos)


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Michelle, Daughter of comedian AY and Mabel Makun turned 10 recently and many celebrities friends and family showed up for her birthday celebration. More photos below;

Ini Edo Stuns Bestie, Emem Isong Wedding In Uyo, Akwa Ibom State (Photos)


Ini Edo Graces Bestie Emem Isong Wedding In Uyo Akwa Ibom State (Photos) Nollywood actress Ini Edo’s bestie, Emem Isong is taken. Emem Isong and her longtime partner Nsikan Kyrian got married in Uyo Akwa Ibom state on Saturday the 22nd of December 2018.

The lavish wedding ceremony was graced by Ini Edo and notable Nollywood celebrities. Here are some photos from the most talked about wedding ceremony of the week.

Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s MFM Church Members Begin Prayers For 2019 Election

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If there is one Nigerian at the moment that’s enjoying a lot of attention, and for the right reasons we may add, it is the man of the moment, the Lagos APC governorship candidate, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu. Ever since he emerged as the APC flag bearer for next year’s gubernatorial election in Lagos State, the name Sanwo-Olu has literally been on the lips of many Lagosians. 
They want to know as much as they can about the man who might very well be their next governor, come 2019. What kind of person is this gentleman? What are his antecedents? What are the qualities that he has that have made him a strong contender for the office of the Governor of Lagos State? What kind of lifestyle does he prefer? 

Why Atiku May Not Visit America Any Time Soon - The Guardian


Former Nigerian vice president and the People's Democratic Party's presidential candidate Atiku Abubakar may not visit the United States any time soon.

“What will I even go to do in America," Abubakar said during an interview with the Hausa service of the Voice of America.

The opposition candidate is being dogged by allegations of corruption.

God Has Nothing To Do With Funke Akindele Giving Birth Via IVF - Bisi Alimi

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This has to be the dumbest thing I have heard in a very long while! But forget his arrogance, popular gay activist, Bisi Alimi has public;y displayed his ignorance again by claiming getting pregnant via IVF is no doing of God rather it is scientists that should be priased and went further to say he wondered why Nigerians were thanking God when some had concieved via IVF as in the case of Funke Akindele, see his post below:

"Hold My Mom and Dad Responsible" - ABU Student, Aisha Leaves Note As She Commits Suicide

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Ashiat Abdulganiyu, a 300 Level student of the Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria, Kaduna State, has committed suicide by drinking poison.

Ashiat took her own life in the early hours of today at her Samaru, Zaria home, shortly after hanging out with her friends and updating her WhatsApp stories, telling her friends: “I love y’all” and saying: “Rest girl... You need to rest”

Video: Finding Fela's Talking Heads

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The prolific Alex Gibney turns out documentaries at an industrial rate. Fresh from his recent film about the disgrace of Lance Armstrong, he has now turned his attention to the African musician Fela Kuti, the pioneer of Afrobeat.

Gibney celebrates Kuti's formidable powers both as a musician and as a human rights campaigner in Nigeria.

The talking heads expressing their admiration for Fela include everybody from Paul McCartney (who describes seeing Fela as "one of the most amazing musical experiences of my life") to his collaborators and childhood friends.

Actress, Bidemi Kosoko's Wedding Introduction Ceremony (Photos+Video)


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Bidemi Kosoko, Nollywood actress and daughter of veteran actor, Jide Kosoko is officially off the market. She had her introduction today. She got engaged on her last birthday October 21st, 2018
The actress, who had her introduction ceremony today in Lagos bringing friends and families of the couple-to-be together.

Their marriage is set to hold in the first quarter of 2019 according to friends of the bride.


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Some Nigerians In Miami Want To Come Back Home — Sikiratu Sindodo


Actress, Tayo Odueke, popularly known as Sikiratu Sindodo, speaks on her exciting experience in Miami, the US, with JOY MARCUS

How would you describe travelling?

Travelling is a great way of relaxing oneself and having unlimited fun. Each time I travel, I make sure I enjoy myself. I shop, eat and rest well. I travel frequently and I enjoy myself on every trip but my most memorable trip was to Miami. I went there on vacation and stayed in a beautiful hotel. I was there for about a week and it was glorious. I travelled alone and it felt good.

Fela, Prince of Two Cities, At 80 By Benson Idonije

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If the legendary Fela Anikulapo Kuti were still alive, he would be 80 years tomorrow. Age would have mellowed him down alright, but his music would continue to evolve mellifluously, reaching out to new levels of creativity, along with the path of Classical African Music which he began in 1986 with the landmark album, Beasts of no nation.
If Fela was still living, he would be ‘looking’ and ‘laughing’ derisively now in utter vindication, at the current state of the Nigerian nation where almost all the predictions he made and the accusations he levelled against successive governments in terms of corruption and bad governance are visibly manifesting themselves. After all, he fought hard to stem this ugly tide – from the 70s to the 90s, using his music as a weapon.
I was watching some of his recorded live performances on the night of August 2, 2018 courtesy of Hip Television, an entertainment channel which has become reputed for direct identification with its target audience in terms of local content: apparently, this special programme was intended to remember the day Fela died in 1997.